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A Dance of Fire and Shadow #2
Iceblade
How many laws would you break to save your friends?
As the ruthless Imperial invasion tightens its grip on Samaran, Ariel’s fighting skills earn her a cautious acceptance from the elite Eldrin defenders.
This new trust does not last long.
A deadly confrontation with her arch enemy Akadian in the frozen Northlands pitches her into a race against time to prove her loyalty before her past catches up with her.
Now only Marin’s love and understanding can stand between her and a dark future.
Iceblade is the second book in A Dance of Fire & Shadow, the epic fantasy adventure romance series from Jay Aspen.
As the ruthless Imperial invasion tightens its grip on Samaran, Ariel’s fighting skills earn her a cautious acceptance from the elite Eldrin defenders.
This new trust does not last long.
A deadly confrontation with her arch enemy Akadian in the frozen Northlands pitches her into a race against time to prove her loyalty before her past catches up with her.
Now only Marin’s love and understanding can stand between her and a dark future.
Iceblade is the second book in A Dance of Fire & Shadow, the epic fantasy adventure romance series from Jay Aspen.
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First published January 29, 2021
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Jay Aspen
34 books18 followersHi, thanks for visiting my page. I’m Jay, a sci-fi, thriller and occasional fantasy author from the wild Welsh borders!
I love weaving my (sometimes hair-raising) experiences of extreme sports into my stories as well as painting scenes from my travels into both contemporary and imagined worlds.
When I’m reading, I find the blend of fast-paced plots and interesting, compelling characters is what keeps the pages turning – so that is how I like to write.
I hope you’ll love my stories – there are more of them due out this year!
You can find more of my online pages and my work at the links below. Don’t forget to sign up for my VIP reader-group to keep up to date on my news and new releases!
I love weaving my (sometimes hair-raising) experiences of extreme sports into my stories as well as painting scenes from my travels into both contemporary and imagined worlds.
When I’m reading, I find the blend of fast-paced plots and interesting, compelling characters is what keeps the pages turning – so that is how I like to write.
I hope you’ll love my stories – there are more of them due out this year!
You can find more of my online pages and my work at the links below. Don’t forget to sign up for my VIP reader-group to keep up to date on my news and new releases!
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January 24, 2022
Ice cold calculations
A great continuation if the story. Legonds of the E-book counterpart Valara are referenced. A very good fast paces book.
Alliances, betrayals, family secrets and long-term agendas are all revealed here. As Ariel's powers get stronger her control falters especially when faced with intense emotions of revenge or protection. Also are her powers doing more long term harm than good to those closest to her?
A great book, blow are struck to both sides, there are big revelations in this book and lots of action. As Ariel, her group seem to go from one suicide mission to another. Only big things can be next from here.
A great continuation if the story. Legonds of the E-book counterpart Valara are referenced. A very good fast paces book.
Alliances, betrayals, family secrets and long-term agendas are all revealed here. As Ariel's powers get stronger her control falters especially when faced with intense emotions of revenge or protection. Also are her powers doing more long term harm than good to those closest to her?
A great book, blow are struck to both sides, there are big revelations in this book and lots of action. As Ariel, her group seem to go from one suicide mission to another. Only big things can be next from here.
January 24, 2026
Iceblade is full of adventure and magic, love and betrayal. Ariel must hone her fighting skills and gain the acceptance of the Eldrin leaders before the enemy arrives.
I thought this was a solid continuation of the story from book 1. It’s been a while since I read Shadowblade (book 1), but I was able to recall most of it as I started reading, which was great. There were some great twists and turns to the story. I’m looking forward to reading book 3! I also listened to the audiobook that was narrated by the author, and they did an amazing job.
This is a fun YA fantasy romance filled with adventure, magic, and lots of action.
3.5 stars
I thought this was a solid continuation of the story from book 1. It’s been a while since I read Shadowblade (book 1), but I was able to recall most of it as I started reading, which was great. There were some great twists and turns to the story. I’m looking forward to reading book 3! I also listened to the audiobook that was narrated by the author, and they did an amazing job.
This is a fun YA fantasy romance filled with adventure, magic, and lots of action.
3.5 stars
December 11, 2021
Talk about plot twists! If you liked Shadowblade, you definitely would want the next installment in the series, Iceblade. It’s faster paced and showed more about the origin and plans of the Shadowblade. The book revealed the complexity of Ariel’s predicament and how much more involved she was with the entity that gave her powers. It also contained more strategic information and of course, more action!
As expected, it’s a cliffhanger to prepare you for the next book. I can’t wait to see what the next one will bring!
As expected, it’s a cliffhanger to prepare you for the next book. I can’t wait to see what the next one will bring!
February 1, 2022
Ariel continues her quest to harness her powers
Many victories as well as defeats are met along the way to saving herself and her country. Ariel is getting closer to being accepted by the Eldrin. She learns many new secrets that she must determine if they will help or harm.
Many victories as well as defeats are met along the way to saving herself and her country. Ariel is getting closer to being accepted by the Eldrin. She learns many new secrets that she must determine if they will help or harm.
June 10, 2021
This picks up right after Book 1. Learning more about the team and their history together along with growing understanding of the power of the Elementals. Will everyone be saved? The sequel really steps up the pace and doesn't disappoint.
January 2, 2025
Intrigue, power and politics, lots of ground covered and a good variety of characters. I like the observations about men in power, hanging back but giving the impression of being in the action - We all know one or two of those! Also, the idea of holding power through persuasion rather than brute force is also interesting and sometimes lacking in novels of this genre.
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